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Gorgeous Gort 5k 2018
2018-02-11 13:30 - 16:00 (Europe/Dublin) | Gort, Galway, Gort, Galway, Ireland
The Gorgeous Gort 5K will start at George’s Street Gort and will take you through the town of Gort and around the scenic hinterland via secondary roads.
The race will finish close to Gort Community centre not far from the start line. The race route is Jones counter measured and Athletics Ireland permitted. Entrants will be chip timed.
***Special reduced entry fee for Couples and special prize for first couple home…………..it is Valentines Day after all…..well nearly anyway***
New 5k race route for 2018
A fast flat route. The route can be viewed at www.southgalwayac.ie
Entry both on the day and online at active.com
The race will start at 1.30pm and race entrants are asked to assemble outside Gort Community Centre at 1.20pm prior to being walked to the start line by race marshalls.
Registration will open at 11.30am in Gort Community centre where pre-registered entrants can collect their race packs.
Technical race t-shirts (Male and Female fit) are guaranteed for entrants registered prior to February 1st, 2018. Sizes or availability cannot be guaranteed after this date.
Toilet and shower facilities will be available at Gort Community Centre and post race refreshments will be served in the community centre.
Ample parking will be proved at Gort Community Centre – please obey parking stewards on the day!

Ratoath AC 5K
2018-02-19 09:00 - 11:00 | Fairyhouse Race Course, Fairyhouse Road, Ratoath, Co Meath
The Ratoath AC 5K
When: Saturday 08th September 2018
Hosted by: Ratoath Athletics Club
Located: Fairyhouse Race Course is located in Ratoath Co Meath (only 15KM from Dublin)
Licensed: Fully licensed by the Athletics Association of Ireland distances officially measured and certified
Fairyhouse Racecourse which is host to the annual Irish Grand National is an ideal location for both events with its spacious start/finish area, 10,000 parking spaces, changing facilities and safe spectator viewing including grandstand finish line access.

Ballinrobe Smarter Travel 5k
2018-02-21 08:00 - 17:00
Super Fast run route for Ballinrobe 5k event on Wednesday May 9th
Runners, joggers and walkers will have a big evening out on Wednesday May 9th, teaming up with Ballinrobe Smarter Travel awareness campaign, organisers have come up with a classic flat course taking in the Ballyglass Rd, Carnelecka, and Cloongowla roads with a Finish in the town at Abbey St. We expect fast times and hope as many participants as possible set new PB’s in this 5k event.
Sign on and Number collection open from 4.30pm at Treacy’s Pharmacy picture of Health, Main st Ballinrobe. The event starts proper at 7pm

St Brigid's College Callan 5k/ 10k
2018-02-25 11:00 - 17:00 | St. Brigids College, Callan, Kilkenny, Ireland
10km and 5km will both start from St. Brigids College, Callan, Co. Kilkenny on Sunday 25th February at 11am
Registration 9 am to 10.30 am
Race starts at 11am
Cost- 10km: €15 online (plus booking fee),
€20 in person on the day.
Cost – 5km: €10 adult, €5 child,€20 family

Oran Gets Active 2018
2018-02-25 12:00 - 14:00 | Cuisle, Donamon Castle, Co Roscommon
Oran gets actine 2018 is hosting a 10km and 5 km run around the beautiful scenic area of Donamon. (8 miles outside Roscommon town)

Clane GAA 5k Family Fun Run and 10K race
2018-03-03 10:00 - 13:00 | Clane GAA, Prosperous Road, Clane Kildare, Ireland
Clane GAA 5k Family Fun Run and 10K race
10K: 20 euros T shirt, Medal & Goodie Bag
5k : 15 euros T Shirt, Medal & Goodie Bag
Family 5k: 25 euros T-shirts, Medals and Goodie Bags

Enniscrone 10k run & 5k run/walk
2018-03-10 10:00 - 12:00 | Enniscrone, Sligo, Enniscrone, Sligo, Ireland
IMPORTANT INFORMATION RACE POSTPONED – NEW DATE 10TH MARCH
Unfortunately we have been forced to postpone our race. Safety is our number one priority and the beast from the east has compromised this.
We would like to apologize to all runners. Unfortunately the weather is beyond out control.
Annual Enniscrone 10k run & 5k run/walk is back in 2018.
The event will take place on the 10th March @ 10 am with registration from 8:30 am @ Diamond Coast hotel.
Run is organised in aid of Grainne Uaile Sub Aqua and Search & Recovery Unit.
Both races will be chip timed.
First 150 entrants will receive a Grainne Uaile Medal.
10k route preview available here: https://www.relive.cc/view/1420469981
5k route preview available here: https://www.relive.cc/view/1420476754

Register Online HERE

INIS IRON MEÁIN 2018, Aran Islands
2018-03-10 11:00 - 15:00 | Inis Meain, Galway, Ireland
Inis Iron Meáin is the original Island road race which continues to impress runners year after year! This event has been so successful for the past 13 years that it has inspired many other communities to stage similar events. Lá an 10k is a major social event for Inis Meáin, that sees the return of many familiar faces year after year. Coláiste Naomh Eoin the Island’s secondary school is one of Ireland’s most successful small schools and this event is key to ensuring that the school continues to thrive, thus ensuring the viability of this Atlantic gem.
The course is exceptionally scenic with a choice between a 5km or 10km road race or a more difficult 12km route which includes an adventure beach run along ‘Ceann Gainimh’. Our 5K category was added to cater for both novice and senior interests.
Each entrant receives an exclusive race pack that includes a beanie hat from the luxury Inis Meáin label, a memento T-shirt and fuel for the Journey! This is an ideal family event and all children under 12 are free!! An extended early bird offer is currently available simply register HERE or visit our website www.inisironmeain.com

Staffan 5k/ 10k
2018-03-11 10:00 - 17:00
ON LINE REGISTRATIONS ARE NOW CLOSED – NUMBER PICK UP AND REGISTRATIONS ON THE DAY FROM 8.30AM
Straffan 10k and 5k Community race will be held on March 11th, 2018 @ 10am, Straffan Community Hall
The 10k is an AAI measured route and will take place around the roads of Straffan.
On site physio and First Aid.
Post race refreshments in the hall after the event.
On the day entry fees
Single 10k event 20 euro
Single 5k event 15 euro
Family 5k Event 25 euro
Note that prices will rise by €5 per race if you register on the day.
Registration and number pick up will take place from 8:30 am at Straffan Community Hall, with the race starting at 10 am sharp.
There will also be a 5km FAMILY EVENT taking place on the day, open to walkers and runners of all abilities.

5k Muscular Dystrophy Fun Run
2018-03-11 12:00
Dundalk 11th March at 12 Noon, registration from 10.30am.
Starting at Friary Youth Centre, Anne Street Dundalk,Co Louth.

Killoe Run 10k & 5k Run
2018-03-11 12:00 - 15:00 | Killoe Longford, clonee, Longford
Come join us for our annual 10k/5k run which takes place on the 11th March 2018 at 12pm.
A challenging and hilly 10k which proves enjoyable combined with a fast flat 5k. A great day out to be had.
Refreshments served afterward in clubhouse

Tralee International Marathon
2018-03-18 09:30 - 17:00 | Tralee Co. Kerry
The Kerry’s Eye Tralee International Marathon is a genuine, grass-roots community event, where runners of all levels – from elite athletes to first-timers – take on one of the most scenic routes in all of Ireland.
Staged over St Patrick’s weekend in Tralee, Co. Kerry, Ireland, the full and half-marathon
events debuted in 2013 and attracted almost 1,500 participants from all over the world.
Backed by the experience of the Tralee Harriers, the Series now expands to four runs – the full marathon and half-marathon and shorter 10k and 5k events on the one day.
This event is AAI permitted and professionally measured and Timed.

To enter please register HERE

This event is held to raise monies for the development of Tralee Harriers Athletic Clubs training grounds

Purple Run 5K & 1K
2018-03-24 11:00 - 17:00 | Phoenix Park, Dublin, Ireland
Down Syndrome Ireland (DSI), with the support of Today FM’s Matt Cooper and Ireland’s most capped female athlete Fionnuala McCormack, are encouraging people to put their best foot forward and take part in the third annual DSI ‘Purple Run’ proudly supported by MACE and help celebrate World Down Syndrome Day.
Run With Us
The charity is encouraging everyone to ‘Run with us, not for us’ as the event is a celebration of people with Down syndrome in Ireland. The Purple Run will take place on Saturday, March 24th at 11am, in the Phoenix Park, Dublin.
The event is open to all age groups and abilities and participants can choose to run, walk or push a buggy over the 5km or 1km distance, allowing all the family to take part. Registration for the event takes place online only at www.downsyndrome.ie and costs €20 which includes a ‘Purple Run 2018’ t-shirt. People with Down syndrome and under-sixteens can enter for free.
To register for the Purple Run and find out more information on Down Syndrome Ireland, please visit www.downsyndrome.ie or find them on Facebook and Twitter.

The Good Run
2018-03-30 10:30 - 12:30 | St. Anne’s Park, Raheny, Dublin 5
Calling all runners, walkers and joggers! The Good Run is back this Good Friday to get your Easter weekend off to a healthy start.
The event is a charity fun run taking place on Good Friday, 30 March 2018 in the stunning grounds of St. Anne’s Park, Raheny in Dublin. All proceeds raised from the event will go towards supporting the fight against Motor Neurone Disease.
You can choose to run or walk the 5km or the shorter 2.5km option.

50% of proceeds will be donated to the Irish Motor Neurone Disease Association (IMNDA) and
50% will be donated to Project MinE (a research programme dedicated to discovering the genetic cause of MND to enable treatment to be developed).

Walkers, runners and families are invited to take part and join in the fun while taking in the atmosphere of St Anne’s Park. All participants who register online will receive a finishers certificate and a goodie bag!
For more info and registration check out www.thegoodrunireland.com.

Noel McManus Memorial Run/Cycle
2018-03-30 11:30 - 15:00 | lough rynn castle hotel, Mohill, Leitrim
3rd annual Noel McManus Memorial Run (5/10k) with 40k cycle added this year.
Lough Rynn Castle, Mohill, Co. Leitrim. 1st, 2nd, 3rd male & female in the 5k, 10k and cycle and 1st, 2nd, 3rd male & female under 16 in the 5k. 1st male & female also for over 40 and over 50.
Supporting Aoibheann’s Pink Tie, Children’s Cancer Charity.

Easter Bunny Hop
2018-03-31 12:00 - 15:00 | Arva, Cavan, Arva, Cavan, Ireland
10k & 5k run/walk in aid of Down Syndrome Ireland.
Donations welcome on the day.
Start/finish at the Breffni Arms Hotel, Arva.

GRANARD 5K FUN RUN
2018-03-31 15:00 - 17:00 | Granard, Co .longford, Kiernan Milling, Granard
THERE WILL A 5K FUN RUN IN AID OF GRANARD EASTER FESTIVAL ON SATURDAY MARCH 31ST AT 3PM, REGISTRATION STARTS AT 2PM AT KIERNAN MILLING ON THE BALINALEE ROAD. THERE WILL BE A PRIZE FOR 1ST, 2ND AND 3RD. THERE WILL ALSO BE A PRIZE FOR 1ST U18.
COST IS €10 FOR ADULT AND €5 FOR U16.
THERE WILL ALSO BE TEA/COFFEE AND REFRESHMENTS SERVED AFTERWARDS.

GRANARD 5K FUN RUN
2018-03-31 15:00 - 17:00
THERE WILL BE 5K FUN RUN ON SATURDAY MARCH 31ST @ 3PM. REGISTRATION STARTS AT 2PM. MEETING POINT IS AT KIERNAN MILLING ON THE BALLINALEE ROAD. FOR FURTHER INFORMATION PLEASE CONTACT SINEAD ON 0864039298

Easter Bunny Run 10mile, 10K & 5K
2018-04-01 11:00 - 16:00 | Tullaroan Co Kilkenny, Tullaroan, Kilkenny
Come and join us for a great day out with the Easter Bunny making an appearance a choice of distances for everyone from 10mile 10K and 5K
Prices
10 mile €20
10K €15
5K €10

Longford A.C. 5K / 10K Annual Run Easter Monday
2018-04-02 11:00 - 13:00 | Longford Town, Longford, Longford Town, Longford, Ireland
AAI Approved and Measured
Chip Timed Event
Fast course off the N4
Walkers Welcome

Entry
10K €20
5K €15
U16 €10
Prizes
Trophies for U16
Prize Money for Seniors & Masters
Registration
Mall Complex: 9:30am – 10:30am on the day
Location
Longford Sports & Leisure,
The Mall,
Longford Town

Jog for a Dog 5k
2018-04-02 12:30 - 14:30 | Castletown House, Celbridge, Castletown House, Celbridge, Co Kildare, W23 V9H3
5K Charity event, raising funds for My Canine Companion Autism Service Dogs for children and young adults with Autism. This is the fourth running of this very popular event which has sold out on line every year. Strictly limited to 500 participants. Chipped timing, Category prizes, refreshments. Coinciding with World Autism Awareness Day

Jack White's 5k/10k Run/Walk and Family Fun Day
2018-04-07 11:00 - 17:00 | Jack Whites Inn, Ireland
Register online HERE

Jack white’s 5k/10k run/walk in aid of Our Lady’s Children’s Hospital Crumlin, will be the first event of 2018.

Registration starts from 9am at Jack Whites Inn, Junction 19, M11 Ballinapark, Britta’s Bay, County Wicklow.

Event start time: 11am sharp.

Refreshments after the event.

Medals for all entrant’s and prizes for the first 2 men and women back in the 10k

KID DASH starts at 9.15am. There will be a mega slide bouncy castle, spider man castle,face painting, puppet show, kids dash, egg and spoon race, sack race,music and much more.

Registration fee: Early bird will run until the end of February. All prices go up start of March.

Free entry deal. Take a sponsor card and raise €50 for a free single entry or €80 for a free family entry 2+4 (extra person on family entry just add 15 euro to card). All card holders get 1 free Crumlin T-shirt along with the medal.

For more info on the event or sponsor cards contact Wayne 0862005652 or waynedriscoll02@gmail.com

See you all on the 7th of April. Every sick child deserves every chance.

Run With The Lions
2018-04-08 11:00 - 17:00 | Carlow Rugby Club, Carlow, Ireland
Run With The Lions

Come and join The Carlow Lions Club 10k, 5k and 2k on April 8th.
The event starts at 11am. On the day registration opens at 9:30am in Carlow Rugby Club.
All proceeds are distributed among local charities.
Lions Clubs – Where There’s A Need There’s A Lion
Whenever a Lions club gets together, problems get smaller. And communities get better.
Register at www.popupraces.ie

Ballinderry NS 5k
2018-04-08 13:00
A wonderful event for the family catering for all levels of walkers, joggers and runner. Prizes for 1st, 2nd, 3rd Male and Female. 1st, 2nd, 3rd, 4th, 5th Male/Female U16 also receive a prize. Every entrant will be automatically entered into a draw.
The route is a popular loop with local athletes set on quiet country roads. Registration will take place in Ballinderry National School from 11am on the morning of the race. The race starts at Gills Pub, Ballinastack, Ballyglunin, Co Galway at 1pm. Suitable for all levels and Fit for lifers are most welcome.
Race is AAI permitted and timed. Prize giving and the legendary local refreshments will be available in Ballinderry National School. 🙂
All proceeds go to the extending of Ballinderry National school, your support will be much appreciated.

Ballinderry 5k
2018-04-08 13:00 - 14:30 | Ballinderry NS, Corofin, Galway

Claregalway 5K Fun Run & Walk
2018-04-10 19:00 | Claregalway, Co. Galway, Claregalway, Co. Galway, H91 D635
Claregalway 5k 10-April-2018 at 7pm
This is the 5th Annual Claregalway 5k organised by Clare River Harriers A.C. Race number pickup (and late registration) at the new Coláiste Bhaile Chláir (Claregalway Secondary School) building (use the new entrance near the Claregalway Community Centre) between 5.30pm and 6.45pm.
Start and finish is near the Claregalway Community Centre.
Refreshments afterward in Coláiste Bhaile Chláir.
The local Claregalway & District Day Care Centre are also using this event to raise much needed sponsorship. See www.clareriverharriers.com for more information.

5k Glow Run
2018-04-10 21:00 - 23:00 | University of Limerick, Ireland
This year’s 5k Glow Run will be held in memory of Jacinta O’Brien, a former member of the Physical Education and Sports Science Department in UL who sadly passed away from SADS (Sudden Adult Death Syndrome) in 2004. Jacinta completely immersed herself in the UL community, in sport and within the PESS faculty. In remembrance of her passing, each year a charity run is organized by the 2nd year Sport and Exercise Science students.
This year, all the money raised from the run will be donated to Temple Street Children’s Hospital and Limerick Suicide Watch. Temple Street Hospital was chosen for their vital work in providing medical treatment for children throughout Ireland. Limerick Suicide watch aims to help people in distress or that may be feeling suicidal. Each week patrol teams are sent out to keep eyes on the river and be of assistance to anyone in need. The charity is completely reliant on donations therefore, being an optimal recipient for the money raised from this year’s Glow Run.
Online registration – https://sirius.eventmaster.ie/event/LGGtp3H76

Lilliput 5km Series
2018-04-11 19:00 - 20:30 | Lilliput Adventure Centre, Lilliput House, Lough Ennell, Co. Westmeath, N91 W97W
3 x 5 km races on a very flat fast course. An ideal race for beginners & newbies. Lots of helpful athletes taking part. Nothing serious, Just enjoy.
When:
Wednesday April 11th, 18th & 25th @ 19:00 SHARP
Entry Fee:
Adults – 1 Race 10€ or 3 Races 25€
U15’s – 1 Race 5€ or 3 Races 10€
Entry Fee Includes:
Chipped timing, parking, Race Entry, Marshalls, First Aid, Showers & Refreshments.
Categories:
Senior Male & Female, Over 40’s Male & Female, Under 16’s Male & Female – 1st, 2nd, 3rd

GT5K Galway
2018-04-12 19:00 - 21:30 | Ballybrit Racecourse, Galway
On Thursday 12th of April, the GT5K series kicks off at Ballybrit racecourse. This will be the first year that the GT5K series will take place in Galway. Get a team together and take on the Grant Thornton Corporate 5K Team Challenge around Galway’s famous racecourse.
No “i” in team: Enter as part of a company team of four with three categories available: male, female and mixed. The ofﬁcial score for each team is determined by the recorded times of the registered team members, with accurate chip timing for all participants.
5KM Flat Course: A great distance for beginners and the experienced runner alike, so there is no excuse for work colleagues not to give it a try!
Prizes: Team trophies will be presented for the top three corporate teams in the male, female and mixed categories.
Date: Thursday 12th April 2018
Time: 7pm
Entry fee per team: €100
Entries Close: Monday 9th April @ 5pm
Everyone’s a winner: All entrants will receive a technical t-shirt and goody bag
For Bulk Entries: Please contact Roisin Horgan – roisinhorgan@athleticsireland.ie
Register HERE
Take part in the rest of the 2018 GT5K series

2018-04-13 08:00 - 17:00
Menapians A.C. are pleased to announce our 3rd annual 5k Road Race will take place this year on Friday 20th July at 7:30 pm.
Building on the success of the last two years our hope for this year is that it will be bigger and better and that the Menapians 5k will become an annual fixture in the Wexford athletics calendar. We guarantee a great evenings racing, organised by runners for runners, on a challenging course around Park in Wexford Town.
This timed race, in aid of the Menapians A.C. Development Fund, is AAI approved and measured and fully marshalled with refreshments for all athletes after the race.
Runners, joggers and walkers over 17 years of age are all welcome.
Online Registration €10, Registration on the night €15.
Follow us on Facebook for race updates and important information on www.facebook.com/menapians5k
